When it comes to soups, though, the name to look for is pastina: the smallest type which literally translates as ‘little pasta’. It’s often cooked in a broth-like dish which is simply ...

Pastina soup is an iconic Italian comfort food chock-full of nutrient-dense vegetables and tiny pasta. Make it for a cold day ...

A bowl of pastina soup with chicken on a wooden serving tray - Alleko/Getty Images I tried orange chicken from Trader Joe's, Panda Express, and P.F. Chang's, and the best is the most affordable I ...